Before planning a trip to Cyprus, perhaps the first question that comes to mind is “How do I get to Cyprus?” In addition to the most commonly used method of travel, which is traveling by plane, cruise lines are also becoming an acceptable and popular means of traveling to the TRNC.
On the other hand, in terms of travel costs to the TRNC, traveling by ferry and sea bus are considerably cheaper than a plane ticket. So, how do you get to Cyprus by boat? In this article, which can be considered a transport guide to the TRNC, we will answer these questions for those looking for alternative and more affordable ways to get to Cyprus.
How do I travel to North Cyprus and what alternative modes of transport are available?
As we’ve mentioned at the beginning of our article, most trips to Cyprus are made via scheduled flights by various airline companies. Usually, fares for these flights have a transfer in Turkey and can be purchased at fairly reasonable prices.
Potentially, Mersin Taşucu Ferry Port in the south of Turkey provides an alternative means of transportation to Cyprus at various times every day of the week. You can book these journeys prior to your day of travel, just as it is with airlines. You can also take advantage of special offers and discounts depending on how early you reserve a ticket to Cyprus. Remember, when traveling by sea, you will need to have an identity card or passport, just like traveling by plane
Your journey will start at Taşucu Port and end in either Famagusta or Kyrenia port within the borders of the TRNC depending on the route you have chosen. If you would like to travel by car to North Cyprus, we are happy to inform you that ferryboats make this possible. As expected, traveling to North Cyprus by car is not only going to cost more but will require additional steps in planning your trip due to certain procedures and permits.
Travel within North Cyprus and Renting
After choosing your means of travel to Cyprus, alternative means of transport await you, starting at the airport, offering a comfortable travel experience within the country. You can find private taxis and airline services to all regions, whether you’ve landed at the airport or ports. Car rental options are worth considering since many tourists and locals also prefer this way of traveling in Cyprus. For example, a passenger coming to Cyprus via Kyrenia port can get from Kyrenia to Nicosia in approximately 25 minutes (nearly 23 kilometers) by car. As it is in England, it’s worth mentioning that traffic flows from the left and steering wheels are found on the right side of vehicles.
In line with all of the information above, we have included ferry services offering alternative ways of traveling to Cyprus as opposed to the more popular method of air travel.
When traveling to Cyprus, consider your place of departure, the countries where you will transfer, and compare travel duration as well as ticket prices before making your final decision